This 1999 BMW M Roadster is finished in Estoril Blue over matching Nappa leather and powered by a 3.2-liter S52 inline-six paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. Factory features include a rollover protection system, sport seats and mirrors, a powered soft top, and cruise control. The seller is a former regional manager at BMW of North America and acquired the car in a July 2016 BaT auction. Approximately 4k miles have been added since, and recent service included new fluids and filters. This M Roadster is offered with original literature, recent receipts, and a clean North Carolina title in the seller’s name.
The Estoril Blue Metallic (335) finish has been cleaned with a clay bar and is shown in detail in the gallery below. The seller believes that the front bumper has been refinished, and several scratches and other blemishes are photographed up close. The sale includes a factory paint touch-up kit.
Factory 17″ Roadstar wheels have recently been repainted and wear new Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires. A wind blocker screen is included for use when the powered soft top is lowered, and an OEM glass rear window protector is included and can be seen in the gallery.
The cabin is finished Estoril Blue and black Nappa leather (Q6ES) over heated sport seats and features power door locks, air conditioning, and cruise control. A lighted shift knob has been added, and both the seat belt guides and sagging glovebox have been repaired.
A cracked console panel was replaced, and a new headlight switch has been installed. Approximately 63k miles are shown on the digital odometer.
The 3.2-liter S52 inline-six was originally rated at 240 horsepower and is paired with a ZF 5-speed manual transmission. A K&N air filter kit has been added, and the seller has changed the oil, spark plugs, and fuel filter. The brake and clutch hydraulic systems have been flushed and filled with new fluid.
The Carfax report shows a steady accumulation of miles and indicates no accidents or other damage through October 2015. The seller reports he is only offering this car for auction because he has acquired another M Roadster and can’t keep both.